The Great Treasury of Christmas Comic Book Stories #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis 2018 hardcover from IDW and Yoe Books gathers a festive assortment of vintage Christmas-themed comic book stories, spanning several decades and publishers. Curated by Craig Yoe, the collection features holiday tales from classic characters and lesser-known gems, all reproduced from original comics. It's a nostalgic, visually rich treasury capturing the spirit of mid-20th-century yuletide comics.
In "The Carolers," David and Kathy’s last-minute Christmas wish takes a surreal turn when their desperate attempt to reach Santa leads them through a dreamlike journey to the North Pole—only to discover he’s already on his rounds. With art by John Stanley and Dan Gormley, and a cover by John Stanley, this heartfelt tale blends whimsy and wonder in a story where belief becomes reality, even if just for one night.
In a snowy forest on a quiet Christmas eve, Santa Claus finds himself stranded after Jack Frost steals his sleigh and toys. Seeking shelter, he’s welcomed by a band of clever elves who help him craft new clothes from his own garments. When a passing giant named Timbertop the Giant offers his red coat, the elves see a chance to make Santa a new suit — but not before a few frosty mishaps and a surprise visit from Pinkywink.
Blitzen Jr. dreams of flying with Santa, but when he can’t take his father’s place on the sleigh, he sets out to find a new path. With help from a grumpy Winkie Elf and a government surplus rocket, he discovers that even the most unlikely reindeer can make a difference on Christmas Eve.
Santa Claus faces a festive dilemma when the Arctic Polar Bears League delivers a petition asking him to swap his reindeer for polar bears—specifically Willy Bear, Wally Bear, and Whitey Bear—this Christmas. As Santa considers the request, he sets out to find ways the bears can help without replacing his trusted team.
Santa Claus settles in for Christmas night when a tiny guest makes himself at home in his beard—no trouble at all. The Singing Mouse and Santa share a cozy, off-key musical moment before breakfast, turning the quiet morning into a joyful, tuneless celebration.
When a kind shoemaker and his wife go out of their way to help four wandering elves, a magical chain of kindness leads to an unexpected reunion—this winter, the shoemaker and his wife trade their cottage for a cozy workshop at the North Pole, where they’ll craft boots and suits for the elves who once needed a little help.
Santa Claus makes a surprise return trip to a young girl’s house after delivering a wrapped box that accidentally contains Scamper the elf, who fell asleep inside. With one doll left from his bag, Santa must find a way to exchange it for the box before the night ends.
David and Kathy, racing against time on Christmas Eve, dash to the toy department with their letter for Santa—only to be gently steered home by Officer Callahan. After a night of vivid dreams where they chase Santa to the North Pole, they wake to find their wish fulfilled in the most magical way. Mom and Dad smile as the children drift off to sleep, certain their journey was real.
Ticky Tack, the smallest reindeer in Santa’s herd, dreams of helping pull the sleigh—until a forgotten toy sleigh gives him a chance to shine. With Shortbread the elf by his side, Ticky Tack sets off on a mission to deliver the gift, proving that size doesn’t define heart.
In "The Great Three-Flavored Blizzard," Fuzzychin and the Easter Bunny team up with Santa Claus and Twinkle the elf to solve a holiday crisis when the Season Machine malfunctions and locks the world in summer. With the Weatherman’s help, they scramble to fix the machine, only to discover the snow machine is out of materials—leading to a frosty surprise made of ice cream instead.
Joe and Jennifer strike up a conversation with a snowman who leads them to a hidden portal, launching them into a whimsical world where multiple Santa Clauses set them on a mysterious quest among snowy landscapes and festive wonders.
Teddy Bear watches with hopeful eyes as Santa’s sleigh prepares to depart, dreaming of being chosen to bring joy to a child—only to be passed over in favor of Tiger Cat. But when the mischievous feline has second thoughts about leaving Toyland, he hatches a plan with some unlikely allies to hijack the sleigh and stay behind.
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↩ Reprints Four Color #61 (1944), Four Color #91 (1945), Four Color #128 (1946), Four Color #175 (1947), Ha Ha Comics #49 (1948), Four Color #205 (1948), Four Color #302 (1950), Four Color #361 (1951), Christmas Carnival #[nn] (1952), Santa Claus Funnies #1 (1952), A Christmas Treasury #1 (1954), Christmas at the Rotunda #[1955] (1955), Giant Comics #3 (1957), Four Color #867 (1957), Boys' and Girls' March of Comics #213 (1960), Four Color #1154 (1960), Four Color #1274 (1962), The Great Treasury of Christmas Comic Book Stories #[nn] (2010), Santa and the Pirates #[nn]
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